Ford Explorer vs Ford Expedition Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 1999 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Ford Expedition
- Length180.8 in – 190.7 in
- Height67.0 in – 67.7 in
- Wheelbase101.7 in – 111.6 in
- Curb weight3,675 lb – 4,128 lb
- Width70.2 in
- Ford Expedition width78.7 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 18.8 in shorter (185.8 in vs 204.6 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 8.5 in narrower (70.2 in vs 78.7 in)
- Height: Ford Expedition is 10.1 in taller (67.3 in vs 77.5 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Expedition has a 12.3 in longer wheelbase (106.7 in vs 119.0 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Expedition is 1,091 lb heavier (3,902 lb vs 4,993 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Ford Expedition is 1,091 lb heavier (3,902 lb vs 4,993 lb)
- Height: Ford Expedition is 10.1 in taller (67.3 in vs 77.5 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 8.5 in narrower (70.2 in vs 78.7 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Expedition has a 12.3 in longer wheelbase (106.7 in vs 119.0 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 18.8 in shorter (185.8 in vs 204.6 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 18.8 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Ford Expedition
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 8.5 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Ford Expedition | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 185.8 in | 204.6 in | 18.8 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 78.7 in | 8.5 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 77.5 in | 10.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 119.0 in | 12.3 in |
| Curb weight | 3,902 lb | 4,993 lb | 1,091 lb |
Values use trim midpoints when a model year lists a range (e.g. length 180.8 in – 190.7 in).
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